DESCRIPTION:

The CENTRAL SEMICONDUCTOR CMPT3820 is a very low VCE(SAT) NPN Transistor, designed for applications where size and efficiency are prime requirements. Packaged in an industry standard SOT-23, this device brings updated electrical specifications and characteristics suitable for the most demanding designs.

MARKING CODE: 38C

FEATURES:

• Device is Halogen Free by design

• High Current (IC=1.0A)

• VCE(SAT)=0.28V MAX @ IC=1.0A

• SOT-23 surface mount package

• Complementary PNP device CMPT7820

APPLICATIONS:

• DC/DC Converters

• Voltage Clamping

• Protection Circuits

• Battery powered Cell Phones, Pagers,

Digital Cameras, PDAs, Laptops, etc.